USTR Proposes Actions Following Investigation of Goods from Forced Labor
The U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) has released findings and proposed actions regarding trade actions related to forced labor goods. Stakeholders must submit hearing requests by June 22.
What are the key facts?
- 1Investigation Basis: Section 301
- 2Key Dates: Hearing request deadline June 22, written comments due July 6
- 3Investigation Content: Trade actions related to forced labor goods
What happened?
USTR has released findings from investigations under Section 301 involving trade actions that failed to address forced labor goods. The USTR intends to take appropriate actions and is soliciting public input, with a hearing scheduled for July 7.
What does this mean for cross-border sellers?
Sellers exporting to the U.S. market must rigorously examine supply chain compliance to ensure products meet U.S. import regulations, avoiding detentions due to compliance issues.